Race Bridge: The Movement Against Anti-Asian Racism

Race Bridge: The Movement Against Anti-Asian Racism
Thursday, April 1, 2021 | 2pm-3pm

With racial equity taking center stage around the world, the Asian American community is battling a surge in hate crimes stirred from COVID-19. A recent report found that hate crimes against Asian Americans increased by nearly 150% in 2020. Experts agree that racist labeling of the Corona Virus as the “China Virus” by political and other high-profile leaders has incited increased anti-Asian sentiment. But they caution that it isn’t a new problem and has long existed in our country.

Join FUEL for a discussion about the fight against xenophobia and Anti-Asian discrimination.

This discussion has been designed to raise awareness and sensitivity about racial injustice. This is a safe space for everyone to learn, ask questions, grow, and become a better ally. Please register and share with your networks.

PANELISTS
* Ronald Kuramoto, President, Japanese American Citizens League - WI
* Alexa Alfaro, Co-Founder, Meat on the Street
* Edgar Lin, Of Counsel, Ahmad & Associates, LLC
* Emily Tau, Communications & Metrics Manager, Visit Milwaukee
* Erik Kennedy, Community Relations Coordinator, Sr., Advocate Aurora Health